Global Investor Programme
The Global Investor Programme (GIP) accords Singapore Permanent Resident status (PR) to eligible global investors who intend to drive their businesses and investment growth from Singapore.
This initiative was introduced by the Singaporean government to attract and encourage foreign investment in the country and at the same time, grant Permanent Residency to successful applicants.
Applicants will need to have a substantial business track record and successful entrepreneurial background to qualify.
Key features of the Global Investor Program may include:
Investment Requirement
Applicants are typically required to make a substantial financial investment in qualifying sectors such as business and investment.
2. Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility is often based on factors such as business track record, entrepreneurial experience, and the ability to contribute to the local economy.
3. Investment Sectors
The program may specify certain sectors or industries where investments are encouraged. These could include sectors such as technology, finance, healthcare, and more.
4. Permanent Residency
Successful applicants may be granted permanent residency in Singapore, which can provide them with various benefits, including the ability to live and work in the country
Benefits of GIP program: Permanent Residence (PR) for direct family members
You can currently apply for permanent residency for your direct family members under the Investor visa (GIP) Scheme if they meet the following criteria:
- Your partner and children under the age of 21 can also apply for PR at the same time as you. Dependants who are men will have to do National Service.
- Your parents and children who are over 21 can apply for a 5-year Long Term Social Visit Pass (LTSVP), which can be renewed and is tied to the length of time your re-entry permit
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Qualifying Criteria For Global Investor Programme
Profile
- To Qualify
Options A, B, C
Established Business Owners
- At least 3 years of entrepreneurial and business track record
- You should currently run a company with an annual turnover of at least $$200 million in the year before your application, and at least $200 million per year on average for the next 3 years, after your application
- If your company is privately held, you should have at least 30% shareholding, AND
- Your company must be engaged in 1 or more of the *approved industries
Options A, B, C
Next Generation Business Owners
- Your immediate family should have at least 30% shareholding in the company
- Company's annual turnover at least S$ 500 million in the year before your application, and at least $$500 million per year on average for the next 3 years, after your application
- You must be in the management team of the company (C suite/Board of Directors); AND
- Your company must be engaged in 1 or more of the *approved industries
Options A, B, C
Founders of Fast Growth Companies
- You must be a founder and also one of the largest shareholders of a company with a valuation of at least S$500 million
- Your company must be invested into by reputable Venture Capital/Private Equity firms
- Your company must be engaged in 1 or more of the *approved industries
Options A, B, C
Family Office Principals
- You must possess at least 5 years of entrepreneurial investment, or management track record
- You must possess at least 5 years of entrepreneurial investment, or management track record
Note
Net Investible Assets include all financial assets, such as bank deposits, capital market products, collective investment schemes, premiums paid for life insurance policies and other investment products, exluding real
estate.
Options C
Investment Options
Option A
Invest minimally S$10 million in a new business entity or in the expansion of an existing business operation in Singapore.
Option B
Invest $$25 million in a GIP-approved fund that invests in Singapore-based companies.
Option C
Establish a Singapore-based Single Family Office with a minimum Assets-Under-Management (AUM) of S$200 million, or invest at least S$50 million into equities listed on Singapore-approved exchanges.
List of *approved industries for Option A, B, C
Under the GIP, you may invest in the following areas:
- Aerospace Engineering
- Alternative Energy
- Automotive
- Chemicals
- Consumer Business
- Electronics
- Energy
- Engineering Services
- Healthcare
- Family Office & Financial Services
- Infocomm Products & Services
- Logistics & Supply Chain Management
- Marine & Offshore Engineering
- Media & Entertainment
- Medical Technology Nanotechnology
- Natural Resources (e.g metals, mining, agri-commodities)
- Safety & Security
- Sports Business
- Space Shipping
- Pharmaceuticals & Biotechnology
- Precision Engineering
- Professional Services (e.g consulting, design)
- Arts Business
- Visual Arts (e.g. auction houses, art logistics/storage)
- Performing Arts
